
Anderson Cooper is an American broadcast journalist, television personality, and author. He is the primary anchor of the CNN news broadcast show Anderson Cooper 360°. In addition to his duties at CNN, he also serves as a correspondent for 60 Minutes on CBS News.
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Anderson Cooper is an American broadcast journalist and political commentator. He is the primary anchor of the CNN news show Anderson Cooper 360°. Known for his in-depth reporting and coverage of major global events, Cooper has earned numerous awards and established himself as a prominent figure in broadcast journalism.
Early Life
Born in Manhattan, New York City, Anderson Hays Cooper is the younger son of writer Wyatt Emory Cooper and artist, fashion designer, writer, and heiress Gloria Vanderbilt. His early life was marked by tragedy, including the death of his father and the suicide of his older brother.
Career
After graduating from Yale University, Cooper began his career as a fact-checker. He transitioned into reporting and became a war correspondent, covering conflicts in Bosnia, Somalia, and Rwanda. He joined CNN in 2001 and quickly rose through the ranks, anchoring various programs before launching Anderson Cooper 360° in 2003.
Personal Life
Cooper is openly gay and has a son.
Awards
Cooper has received numerous awards for his journalism, including multiple Emmy Awards and a Peabody Award.
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First name
Anderson
Middle name*
Cooper
Last name
Cooper
Birthdate
June 03, 1967
Age 58
Birth location
New York City, NY, US
Location
US
Years active
2005 - present
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